Watershed Construction Maintenance Worker II (DWM - OLIO - Operations)

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Job description

Posting expires: November 12, 2024

Salary range: $35,350 - $44,241

General Description and Classification Standards

The Watershed Construction Maintenance Worker II is a lead worker for semi-skilled

construction and/or maintenance work to support a variety of drinking water or distribution

system activities. Operates hand and power tools, light to medium construction equipment,

etc., and is part of a larger crew working with skilled trade employees, experienced

equipment operators, technicians, and crew supervisors. May also work alone or act as a lead worker on a crew for construction or maintenance activities. May assist in training, orientation, or observing junior associates, apprentices, or semi-skilled employee

Supervision Received

Works under direct supervision and follows standardized procedures and written/verbal instructions to accomplish assigned tasks; may assist in training, orienting, or observing lower-level associate, apprentice, or semi-skilled employee in the group.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. May perform other duties as assigned.

• Completes assigned work orders correctly and on time
• Works with supervisor to prioritize work orders
• Works in a safe and organized manner to ensure safety for self, crew, and the public
• Works as part of and/or leads a crew to:
  • inspect and repair water mains
  • place flags or cones to control traffic in case of water main breaks
  • make water tap on water mains
  • install water meters and tailpiece on water mains
  • unstop sewers and house connections
  • clean catch basins and repair cave-ins
  • locate water service connections and water main lines
  • mark service connections, water mains, and sewer lines
• Follows assigned route/schedule, advises customer of installation, records meter number and other required information, and time it took to complete job
• Visits construction sites to verify work completed by contractor
• Checks utility truck to ensure proper equipment and tools are present and in working order

Decision Making

Generally, operates under the specific direction of crew supervisors. May assist in the task of guiding work of less experienced employees. Selects from multiple standardized procedures, written instructions, and methods to accomplish assigned tasks.

Leadership Provided

Ability to work productively on a team and provide guidance to lower-level team members as needed.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully. It is not an exhaustive list.

• General site safety of water operations and maintenance, methods, products, tools, and equipment used in water maintenance and construction work
• Operates a variety of light to heavy power equipment (vactor truck, backhoe, excavator) and maintenance of tools and equipment (pumping equipment, hydraulic excavator, concrete socket)
• Understands and applies DWM policies, procedures, and regulations
• Develops and maintains positive working relationships with customers
• Maintains records, creates reports, and documents work status with photos and data
• Works after normal working hours, as required
• Resolves heavy equipment issues (sewer)
• Communicates with customers to successfully address issues

Minimum Qualifications - Education and Experience

• High school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
• Seven (7) years of experience in construction and/or maintenance in a water distribution system

Licensures and Certifications

• State of Georgia Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B (Preferred)
• Water Distribution License (Preferred)

Essential Capabilities and Work Environment

Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job.

City of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer.

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